Sawfiler
(Maintenance & Trades)
Full Time
West Fraser Timber Co Ltd
Opelika, Alabama, United States
Successful candidate will have experience in the following:
1. Grinding knives to proper angles
2. Pouring and babbiting knives to correct height
3. Changing knife machines
4. Pouring and repairing Gang Saw Guides
1. Leveling
2. Tensioning
3. Re-tipping/Welding shoulders
4. Grinding
5. Changing saws & guides in machines
1. Leveling
2. Tensioning
3. Welding cracks & teeth
4. Swedging, shaping, & grinding band saws
1. Utilize Brunson optical tool for alignments
2. Perform saw and knife PM's
3. Quality checks of lumber, measure/record with tape and calipers
4. Make saw change decision during shifts
5. Perform PM's in filing room equipment
1. Housekeeping Saw Shop and outside shop doors
2. Able to use or be trained in cutting old band saw blades with oxy/acetylene torch
3. Good reading and writing skills. Must be able to read/interpret PM's, work orders, observations, and machine manuals
4. Good computer skills
5. Basic math skills
6. Other duties as assigned
Compensation
West Fraser offers competitive benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and 401k savings plans.